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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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